Cadence Aaye Aṣa by Shahrooz Zomorrodi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award in Àpẹẹrẹ Ìkọ́lé, Ilé àti Ètò Competition Category.
IdẹÌkọ́lé· 2024
Cadence Aaye Aṣa
Client: Zomorrodi and Associates
Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award Winner in Ìkọ́lé Category
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The Design
About Cadence Aaye Aṣa
Ile-iṣẹ Iṣẹ-ọnà Cadence ni Basseterre, Saint Kitts ati Nevis, jẹ iṣẹ-akanṣe olorisirisi ti o darapọ dáradára pẹlu oju-ilẹ erekuṣu naa. Apẹrẹ rẹ ti igbi omi funni ni imuse ni awọn aaye ere-idaraya, iṣowo, ati ti aṣa, ti n ṣe agbekalẹ asopọ awujọ ati paṣipaarọ aṣa. Aarin-pataki rẹ, papa-ere gbangba kan, n ṣiṣẹ bi ile-ipade awujọ fun awọn apejọ ati ijó. Cadence jẹ aami ti ẹmi alágbára ti Saint Kitts ati Nevis, ti n pe gbogbo eniyan lati ni iriri ipilẹṣẹ aláfíà rẹ.
The Recognition
About the Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award
Cadence Aaye Aṣa jẹ́ olùborí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award, ìdánimọ̀ olókìkí gan-an tí a fún àwọn àwòṣe tó tayọ tí wọ́n yàtọ̀ nípasẹ̀ ìṣẹ̀dá, àrékérekè àti ọgbọ́n inú. Àwọn olùborí Idẹ jẹ́ àwọn ohun èlò tó ní ìjáfáfá gan-an tí wọ́n sì ní ìṣẹ̀dá tó yani lẹ́nu tí wọ́n ń ṣe ẹ̀rí ìrírí gbígbòòrò, ìrònú àti ọgbọ́n àwọn olùṣàwòṣe wọn. A retí pé Cadence Aaye Aṣa yóò jẹ́ ohun tí a kà sí gidigidi, tí a gbóríyìn fún tí a sì nífẹ̀ẹ́, tó jẹ́ ti ọ̀jáfáfá lọ́nà tó ṣe pàtàkì tó sì ní ìmúṣẹ̀dá tuntun. Àwòṣe tó borí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award yìí ń kó àwọn ọ̀nà tó dára jùlọ nínú iṣẹ́ ọnà, sáyẹ́ǹsì, àwòṣe àti ìmọ̀-ẹ̀rọ jọ, ó sì tayọ nítorí àfiyèsí rẹ̀ sí àwọn àlàyé kékeré. Cadence Aaye Aṣa ń tẹ́ àwọn ohun tí a nílò lọ́rùn lọ́nà àgbàyanu, ó ń fọwọ́ kan àwọn ìfẹ́ inú, ó ń gbà ọkàn ó sì ń fa ìfẹ́ láti mọ̀ mọ́ra.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, is a dynamic fusion of recreation, commerce, and culture. Its organic, wavy shell design integrates seamlessly with the island's landscape, while modular adaptability and site-specific orientation ensure harmony with the environment. The iconic open Amphitheatre, crowned with a climate-controlled roof, serves as a vibrant cultural hub, fostering community interaction and celebrating the lively spirit of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The project's design is based on modular units with approximate dimensions of 5x5 meters, forming the main framework for various activities in different spaces. These spaces include open-air and covered amphitheaters, play areas, cinemas, galleries, libraries, restaurants, and food courts, handicraft sales booths, and administrative offices. This modular system rotates based on the site's direction and also utilizes the terrain slope to minimize excavation. The interior design of Cadence aims to create connections between users and includes multiple entrances and voids.
- Tags
- unfamiliar, familiarity , big family, Dance and nature, permeate, dialogue, landmark , usage and form,
- Production Technology
- The production/realization technology for the Cadence project in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, involved a modular system with approximately 5x5 meter units forming the main framework for various activities. These spaces, including amphitheaters, play areas, cinemas, galleries, and more, were designed to rotate based on the site's direction and utilize the terrain slope to minimize excavation. The project also incorporated rainwater collection and reuse technology, with a rainwater pool at the center of the amphitheater serving as a visual element to reflect nature. Additionally, the design aimed to create connections between users through multiple entrances and voids, emphasizing a seamless integration with the island's identity and natural surroundings.
- Design Challenge
- The most challenging aspect of the Cadence Art Center project was reconciling the dichotomy between urban functionality and natural integration. The create a multifunctional cultural center necessitated a profound understanding of the island's identity and community needs. Internal factors, such as historical and social perspectives, underscored the importance of aligning with local culture and fostering a sense of belonging. External factors, including legal considerations and technological limitations, added complexity to the design process.
- Research
- The research conducted for the Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, transitioned from a hotel concept to a multi-purpose cultural hub through qualitative design research. Ethnographic methods, interviews, and surveys revealed the island's rich cultural heritage, environmental challenges, and community aspirations. Engaging diverse stakeholders informed design decisions to integrate with nature, promote social cohesion, and celebrate local identity. This shift resulted in the Cadence Art Center becoming a symbol of community pride, revitalizing tourism, and fostering economic growth through the promotion of local art and heritage.
- Inspiration
- Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, emerged from a deep reverence for the island's cultural richness and natural beauty. Inspired by the undulating waves, our design harmonizes with the landscape, integrating diverse modules for recreational, commercial, and cultural activities. Research-driven, the modular system adapts to the land's shape and orientation, fostering community interaction through twisting voids and an iconic Amphitheatre.
- Project Duration
- The design of the Cadence project began in 2023. This project is located in the country and island of Saint Kitts & Nevis, and construction is expected to begin, taking approximately 3 years to complete.
- Operation Flow
- The Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, the capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis, was born from understanding the island's vibrant culture and stunning scenery. Originally planned as a hotel, it evolved into a community hub blending commerce, culture, and recreation. Shaped like rolling waves, it's both urban and natural, offering spaces for music, cinema, and more. Rainwater collection reflects sustainability, while modular units adapt to the land. With an open-air amphitheater at its heart, Cadence speaks the universal language of dance and music, uniting locals and tourists alike in celebration of the island's spirit.
- Team Members
- Principal Architect: Shahrooz Zomorrodi
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #1: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #2: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #3: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #4: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Video Credits: Zomorrodi & Associates
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